Manchester United’s interest in signing Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been revived, according to journalist Graeme Bailey of HITC. The Red Devils were previously in the race for the English star last summer but were unable to secure a deal due to Tottenham Hotspur’s reluctance to deal with a direct league rival.
Despite Kane’s impressive performance for Bayern Munich, Bailey claims that Manchester United still considers him a solid and ideal summer option. The club’s administration and coaching staff are reportedly inclined to bring in an experienced forward, potentially aiding Rasmus Hojlund.
While acknowledging the challenges of signing Kane, Bailey suggests that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, accustomed to closing multi-million dollar deals, might pursue the transfer aggressively before exploring other targets.
In his first year at Bayern, the 30-year-old striker has excelled, scoring 31 goals and providing 8 assists in the same number of games. Bayern, impressed with his performances, is unlikely to consider selling him in the upcoming transfer window.
Despite United’s initial intention to sign Kane before Hojlund, they had to spend a considerable amount to secure the Dane. Hojlund, after a slow start to the season, has shown promise with 13 goals, including 7 in his last 6 league outings.
There are reports that Harry Kane is open to returning to his childhood team, Tottenham Hotspur, and the Premier League this summer. He left Spurs for Bayern Munich last summer in a record-breaking £86 million deal, which could rise to £100 million with add-ons.
Kane has had a stellar season in the Bundesliga, scoring 27 league goals and providing five assists in his first 23 games. However, there’s a possibility that he and Bayern might end the season without winning a trophy, as Bayer Leverkusen currently leads the Bundesliga, eight points ahead of Bayern.
Tottenham News suggests that Kane might be willing to return to Tottenham, with a source close to the club’s recruitment revealing the possibility. Despite recent links to Chelsea and Manchester United, the latest update indicates Kane’s inclination to rejoin his former team.
The English striker, only 47 goals behind legendary Alan Shearer in the all-time Premier League scoring records, could aim to surpass the record if he returns to play in England. With uncertainties surrounding Bayern’s season and managerial changes, Kane’s potential return to Tottenham adds an intriguing layer to the upcoming transfer window.